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VE03 VRV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,707 mi
Last recorded47,707 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 VRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 47,707 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 45,961 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 44,358 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 41,813 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 41,813 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 39,976 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 38,510 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 36,935 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 35,566 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 33,782 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 33,782 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 31,035 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 25,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 22,690 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 21,342 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 19,702 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 16,118 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 11,990 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 8,799 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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VE03 VRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE03 VRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE03 VRV?

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What year was VE03 VRV registered?

VE03 VRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is VE03 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 VRV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE03 VRV have outstanding finance?

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